Easy Classic Banana Bread with Recipe Video, this banana bread recipe is not only simple and straightforward but super soft, extra moist and a tasty delight. Made using ripened bananas and a subtle hint of vanilla this loaf makes for the perfect breakfast treat or afternoon snack! Also includes Banana Bread recipe video for easy follow-along!
If you’re searching for more sweet treat bread recipes, then you have to check out my Easy Classic Buttermilk Cornbread and my Easy Blueberry Lemon Loaf with Lemon Glaze next!
How to Make Easy Classic Banana Bread
As always, start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, and spray a loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray or grease with butter and set aside. Next, move on to making your batter:
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and salt; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the mashed banana, granulated white sugar, eggs, and pure vanilla extract; stir until well combined, then mix in butter.
- Stir in flour mixture and mix together with a spatula until well combined.
- Pour the batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 50 – 60 minutes or until golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted in the center of the bread comes out clean.
Easy Classic Banana Bread Recipe Video
How to Reheat Banana Bread
To reheat banana bread, do so in the oven or toaster, alternatively you can heat banana bread in the microwave for 15 to 30 seconds.
How to Freeze Ripened Bananas
Unpeel ripened bananas and place them in a Ziploc or freezer-safe bag; remove any excess air and freeze up to 3 months.
Grab the Grocery List (Screenshot The Recipe Ingredients Below)!
- Ripened Bananas, previously frozen then thawed and mashed
- Unsalted Butter
- Granulated White Sugar
- Egg
- Pure Vanilla Extract
- Flour
- Baking Soda
- Salt
Easy Classic Banana Bread Tips & Notes
- The Golden Rule: ripened bananas make the best banana bread! The riper the banana (the more black spots) the better the bread (sweeter, richer banana flavour).
- Using ripened bananas that were previously frozen, thawed then mashed adds richness to the banana bread. As well, the extra liquid keeps the banana bread extra moist and decadent.
- To ensure your banana bread remains moist, do not overmix, or over bake your bread.
- If your banana bread is browning on top too much or too fast, lightly tent the top with aluminum foil while baking.
Other Delicious Recipes to Try
Easy Classic Buttermilk Cornbread & Easy and Delicious Pumpkin Spice Muffins (Moist)
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Easy Classic Banana Bread with Recipe Video
Ingredients
- 4 Ripened Bananas previously frozen then thawed and mashed
- 1/3 cup Unsalted Butter melted, plus more to grease pan
- 3/4 cup Granulated White Sugar
- 1 Egg
- 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1 1/2 cup All Purpose Flour
- 1 tsp Baking Soda
- 1/4 tsp Salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (176°C) and spray a loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray or grease with butter and set aside.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda and salt; set aside.
- Melt butter, and let rest to cool slightly.
- In a large mixing bowl, add the mashed banana (if previously frozen then thawed; mash bananas with the liquid – this has tons of flavour).
- Add granulated white sugar, eggs, and pure vanilla extract; stir until well combined, then mix in butter.
- Stir in flour mixture and mix together with a spatula until well combined.
- Pour the batter into prepared loaf pan and bake for 50 – 60 minutes or until golden brown on top and a toothpick inserted in the center of the bread comes out clean. Slice and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Note, the nutritional information is calculated using a nutrition facts calculator. It is a rough estimate and can vary based on products used.
1 Comment
Kristen
April 6, 2021 at 4:41 pmTwo for two! Can’t wait to make more of your delicious recipes! Yum!!